Category Archives: Special Events

Father-Daughter Valentine’s Dance at St. Paul’s – Friday, February 3, 2017 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Posted on January 20, 2017 | Comments Off on Father-Daughter Valentine’s Dance at St. Paul’s – Friday, February 3, 2017 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Father-Daughter-DanceFathers, father-figures and special friends are invited to bring their daughters (of any age) to St. Paul’s Parish Hall and spend quality time with each other and experience an evening of dance and fun! Tickets are $20 for two, max $25 per family. This includes a D.J., dancing (with a dance contest), snacks, drinks & free raffle. Tickets will be sold after the 9:00 a.m. Mass at St. Paul’s in the Parish Hall on January 22 and January 29 as well as at the door the night of the dance. For more information or to help with the event contact: Eric LaPlaca at (617-365-5063) or laplacaericw@gmail.com.

Comments Off on Father-Daughter Valentine’s Dance at St. Paul’s – Friday, February 3, 2017 from 7:00-9:00 p.m.

Posted in Children, SJSP Collaborative Programs and Events, Special Events

Advent Penance Service – Wednesday, December 14 at 7:00pm at St. Paul Church

Posted on December 7, 2016 | Comments Off on Advent Penance Service – Wednesday, December 14 at 7:00pm at St. Paul Church

advent-penance-service_imageOur Collaborative Advent Penance Service will be held on Wednesday, December 11 at 7:00pm at St. Paul Church.  This will be a wonderful opportunity to experience the Sacrament of Reconciliation  during the Season of Advent in preparation for the Birth of our Lord. Please join us!

Comments Off on Advent Penance Service – Wednesday, December 14 at 7:00pm at St. Paul Church

Posted in Advent, Important Announcements, SJSP Collaborative, SJSP Collaborative Programs and Events, Special Events, Special Liturgies

Thursday, December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Posted on December 2, 2016 | Comments Off on Thursday, December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Immaculate ConceptionMASS SCHEDULE
7:00am at St. John
9:00am at St. Paul
12:00pm at St. John
7:00pm at St. Paul 

Comments Off on Thursday, December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception

Posted in Holy Days, Important Announcements, Special Events, Special Mass Schedule

Family Cookies & Caroling Potluck – Friday, December 9 from 6:00 – 7:30pm

Posted on November 4, 2016 | Comments Off on Family Cookies & Caroling Potluck – Friday, December 9 from 6:00 – 7:30pm

very_merry_dickensPlease  RSVP and join us on Friday, December 9th from 6:00-7:30pm in Powers Hall for Christmas caroling, cookie decorating and Christmas crafts, a delicious potluck, and perhaps a visit from someone special from the North Pole! The Very Merry Dickens Carolers will lead us in Christmas cheer and we will have songbooks for all!  We need your help to make the evening a success – please take a look at the signup, RSVP and thank you for your help!

For this very special event, please RSVP to let us know you’re coming:  rsvp-red-button

Comments Off on Family Cookies & Caroling Potluck – Friday, December 9 from 6:00 – 7:30pm

Posted in Family Mass, Special Events

Blessing of the Animals – Sunday, October 16 at 3:00pm

Posted on October 6, 2016 | Comments Off on Blessing of the Animals – Sunday, October 16 at 3:00pm

blessing-of-the-animals_2016Please join us on Sunday, October 16 at 3:00pm for the SJSP Collaborative
“Blessing of the Animals”.  All loved animals are welcome – real, toy and photo!  (Saint John School parking lot)

For their safety, all real animals should be leashed or in a carrier. 

Comments Off on Blessing of the Animals – Sunday, October 16 at 3:00pm

Posted in Children, Special Events

It’s Welcome Weekend!

Posted on September 14, 2016 | Comments Off on It’s Welcome Weekend!

WelcomeSeptember 24-25

During “Welcome Weekend” we lift high the banner of WELCOME to one and all as we celebrate the life of this community and the countless ways this life continues to grow and deepen in faith and love and service. Each September is always a new beginning! Come, join us to make this year the best!

Comments Off on It’s Welcome Weekend!

Posted in Important Announcements, Special Events

A Message from Sr. Evelyn Ronan to the St. John Parish Community

Posted on June 18, 2016 | Comments Off on A Message from Sr. Evelyn Ronan to the St. John Parish Community

Sr_Evelyn_Reception_BWDear Everyone:

How do I share with you my experience of the June 5-6 weekend, each and every aspect of the extraordinary days?

I find myself in a land without any language that could even come close to expressing what is in my heart. The impact of each part of the weekend: so many moments, so many faces, so many words, through Masses, prayers, music and blessings…

Bringing us to a Gathering unlike anything that could ever be imagined or explained – overwhelming!

We entered a tent, transformed, beautiful, that became the place for a Festival, a joyous “Parish Thanksgiving” in a room filled in its whole space with grace; breathing in the spirit of love, all and everyone – Gift!

With all my heart, I thank you!

Sr. Evelyn Ronan

Comments Off on A Message from Sr. Evelyn Ronan to the St. John Parish Community

Posted in Important Announcements, Special Events, Special Liturgies

A Special Thank You!

Posted on June 14, 2016 | Comments Off on A Special Thank You!

Sr_Evelyn_ReceptionSincere thanks to all who participated in last weekend’s celebration to rejoice and honor Sr. Evelyn. As a parish community, we were able to express our immense appreciation for the extraordinary gift of her devout pastoral ministry.

DSC_0389Rev. Arthur MacKay was a genuine champion of the celebration endeavor. His thoughtfulness, support and enthusiasm guided a meaningful affirmation of Sr. Evelyn’s twenty-two years of dedicated service.

DSC_0297The guest speakers at each Mass contributed their beautiful, prayerful reflections on Sr. Evelyn’s impact and influence. With profound expression, Mary Gotgart, Lee Phillips, Jim Stokes and Svea Fraser provided personal insight into the blessings of Sr. Evelyn’s mission at St. John the Evangelist.

DSC_0364The co-hosts for the afternoon reception joyfully welcomed guests and warmly bolstered hospitality. They were Kathi Aldridge, Carolyn Anderson, Norm, Caroline & Allie Boucher, Ellen & Katie Burstein, Suzanne & Patrick Dowdall, Marcia Gorgone, Ed & Mary Gotgart, Deidre Heilbron, Pat & Mark Murphy and Debra Surner.

Gift presenters – to the delight of Sr. Evelyn – were Lauren Michel, Mia Songer and Joanie, Norah, Maggie and May Sullivan. They formed a terrific parade! The creative support, consultation and expertise provided by Sarah Connolly, Dottie Cullinan and Joe Tully were invaluable.

We truly thank each of these people, and many more, for their vital commitment, effort and energy. Thank you! Thank you! Thank you!

– The Sister Evelyn Celebration Committee

Comments Off on A Special Thank You!

Posted in Special Events, Special Liturgies

Tuesday, December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Posted on December 4, 2015 | Comments Off on Tuesday, December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Immaculate ConceptionMasses at St. John
7:00am
12:00pm
(with Saint John School – all welcome!)
5:30 pm

 

Masses at St. Paul
7:00pm Vigil Mass on Tuesday, December 7
9:00am

Comments Off on Tuesday, December 8: Feast of the Immaculate Conception of the Blessed Virgin Mary

Posted in Holy Days, Important Announcements, Special Events, Special Mass Schedule

SJSP Collaborative Advent Penance Service – Thursday, December 17 at 7:00pm

Posted on December 4, 2015 | Comments Off on SJSP Collaborative Advent Penance Service – Thursday, December 17 at 7:00pm

Advent penance service_2015The SJSP Collaborative Advent Penance Service will be held on Thursday, December 17 at 7:00 PM at St. John’s Church.  This will be a wonderful opportunity to experience the Sacrament of Reconciliation in during the Season of Advent in preparation for the Birth of our Lord.  Please join us!

Comments Off on SJSP Collaborative Advent Penance Service – Thursday, December 17 at 7:00pm

Posted in Advent, Important Announcements, SJSP Collaborative, SJSP Collaborative Programs and Events, Special Events, Special Liturgies